Gijón Audio Tour: Echoes and Icons of Distrito Centro

Above photo: Jorgechp, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Beneath Gijón's sunlit seaside charm, whispers of vanished kingdoms and unsolved mysteries linger along the boardwalk and echo in stone halls.

This self-guided audio tour plunges you into the city’s vibrant heart and forgotten corners, revealing stories that most passersby never hear. Hear secret histories as you trace the path from windswept San Lorenzo Beach to the towering Basilica of the Sacred Heart and across The Solarón’s reclaimed greens.

Which forbidden meeting once turned the city center into the crucible of rebellion? What shadow lingers behind the Basilica’s glittering façade? And why did waves crash with more than just salt at San Lorenzo decades ago?

Follow hidden routes and dramatic turns through a Gijón layered with intrigue. Feel the pulse of centuries as stories twist with every step.

Ready to dive beneath the surface and let the city reveal its real face? Press play and uncover what history left behind.

• 
  
• Duration: 1 hour 24 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.3 km (2.1 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 38min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at The Solarón, only a 10 minute walk from Gijón-Sanz Crespo Train Station
  
• Stops: 15 captivating landmarks including San Lorenzo Beach, Jovellanos Museum, Revillagigedo Palace
  

Experience the charm of Distrito Centro like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

• 
  
• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Distrito Centro's history to life
  
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience
  

• 
  
• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!
  

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Gijón on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

• 
  
• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options
  

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

You will visit the following locations:

• 📍  The Solarón (3min)
• 🌳  Wetland Square (4min)
• 🌳  Plaza del Carmen (Gijón) (3min)
• 🍺  State Public Library (Gijón) (4min)
• 🏛️  Basilica of the Sacred Heart (Gijón) (2min)
• 🌳  Plaza del Instituto (3min)
• 🏫  Old Institute of Jovellanos (4min)
• 🌳  Plaza de San Miguel (Gijón) (2min)
• 🏖️  San Lorenzo Beach (3min)
• 📍  Hammer of Capua (4min)
• ⛪  Church of San Pedro (Gijón) (4min)
• 📍  Gijón City Council (3min)
• 🏰  Revillagigedo Palace (4min)
• 🏛️  Jovellanos Museum (3min)
• 📍  Tabacalera (Gijón) (4min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

Above photo: Jorgechp, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Alter.ego, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: KaiLVI, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Torres05, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

🇬🇧 English  • 
🇫🇷 French  • 
🇪🇸 Spanish  • 
🇩🇪 German  • 
🇮🇹 Italian  • 
🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 
🇷🇺 Russian  • 
🇯🇵 Japanese  • 
🇨🇳 Chinese  • 
🇳🇱 Dutch  • 
🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  • 
🇸🇦 Arabic  • 
🇰🇷 Korean  • 
🇸🇪 Swedish  • 
🇩🇰 Danish  • 
🇫🇮 Finnish  • 
🇵🇱 Polish  • 
🇨🇿 Czech  • 
🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 
🇬🇷 Greek  • 
🇹🇷 Turkish  • 
🇮🇳 Hindi  • 
🇦🇱 Albanian  • 
🇪🇹 Amharic  • 
🇦🇲 Armenian  • 
🇧🇩 Bengali  • 
🇧🇦 Bosnian  • 
🇧🇬 Bulgarian  • 
🇲🇲 Burmese  • 
🇪🇸 Catalan  • 
🇭🇷 Croatian  • 
🇪🇪 Estonian  • 
🇬🇪 Georgian  • 
🇮🇳 Gujarati  • 
🇮🇸 Icelandic  • 
🇮🇩 Indonesian  • 
🇮🇳 Kannada  • 
🇰🇿 Kazakh  • 
🇱🇻 Latvian  • 
🇱🇹 Lithuanian  • 
🇲🇰 Macedonian  • 
🇲🇾 Malay  • 
🇮🇳 Malayalam  • 
🇮🇳 Marathi  • 
🇲🇳 Mongolian  • 
🇳🇴 Norwegian  • 
🇮🇷 Persian  • 
🇮🇳 Punjabi  • 
🇷🇴 Romanian  • 
🇷🇸 Serbian  • 
🇸🇰 Slovak  • 
🇸🇮 Slovenian  • 
🇸🇴 Somali  • 
🇰🇪 Swahili  • 
🇵🇭 Tagalog  • 
🇮🇳 Tamil  • 
🇮🇳 Telugu  • 
🇹🇭 Thai  • 
🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 
🇵🇰 Urdu  • 
🇻🇳 Vietnamese

🎉 Congratulations on reading this far! You've earned yourself a little treat. Use code ILOVEAUDIOTOURS at checkout for 10% off your tour. Because who doesn't love a good discount for being thorough? 😉

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

San Miguel Square (Gijon), San Miguel Square (Gijon), Gijon, Spain

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

Get App